1953 Jeep CJ vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1960 Renault Dauphine is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 484 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
